This is an interdisciplinary, practice-based fine art program offering studies in a broad range of specialised areas.

Students in this degree can specialise in:

expanded studio practice (drawing, media arts, painting, video art)

object-based practice (ceramics, gold and silversmithing)

print imaging practice (fine art photography, printmaking)

sculpture, sound and spatial practice (sculpture, sound, public art).

Exploring art through studio practice is central to the program. You will develop a range of practical, conceptual and technical skills to enable you to evaluate different approaches to your own practice, or to further your understanding of the creative industries.

Studio courses are taught by high profile practising artists and are complemented by integrated studies in the history and theory of art. The program offers flexible study options.

Many of our staff and alumni have won prestigious national and international awards, with staff regularly exhibiting in local, national and international galleries and venues.

Your study will take place in world-class facilities led by practising artists who will work with you to build an appreciation for the histories, culture and diversity of art in a globally creative world.

This program has a strong focus on practical, studio-based learning. Lecturers have many years of industry experience and are all practising artists, allowing them to share their expertise in the learning environment. All practical classes are taught in industry-standard facilities using current technology.

Assessment is through a combination of folio presentation, project responses, written reflections and critical theory essays.

All programs are delivered in English. You can access online resources through the myRMIT student portal.

Multi-skilled and employable in a range of creative industries, our Fine Arts graduates continue to make significant contributions to contemporary art and culture, nationally and internationally.

Many of our graduates have continued on to become:

artists

commercial photographers

sound engineers

teachers/academics

curators

technicians

museum coordinators

filmmakers.

The arts and creative industries continue to grow in Melbourne due to increased interest and government support. Funding opportunities remain ample and established institutions including Federation Square, Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA) and the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), combined with growing commercial and artist-run spaces, provide exciting opportunities for graduates.

Professional recognition and accreditation

The program is recognised by national and international institutions and support organisations as a bachelor degree in fine art.

The School of Art is globally connected. Study tours to New York and Europe are offered as electives. As a result of our international connections, students have access to international academics and artists who feature as guest lecturers and artists in residence throughout the year. Many graduates are now working abroad.

RMIT’s Education Abroad Office (EAO) supports students to undertake an exchange or short term mobility activity with over 165 partner universities worldwide.

Program and course information

Program structure

The four program plans allow you to refine your practice, however the flexibility supports interdisciplinary studies and you may choose a range of courses from any of the plans throughout the degree.

The program structure allows you to develop your individual style of making art through the exploration of materials, media and approaches including:

ceramics

drawing

experimental animation

gold and silversmithing

installation practice

painting

performance art

photography

printmaking

public art

sculpture

sound art

sound design

video art.

Year 1

You will discover and develop your skills to assist in the investigation of ideas and creative interpretations.

Year 2

You will experiment within a framework of self-directed projects, supported by courses designed to further your conceptual, technical and critical thinking skills. Student exchange opportunities exist within the program for year 2 students.

Year 3

You will consolidate a professional practice through the development of individualised projects, supported by critical reflection and feedback in a supportive studio environment. You will begin to determine, through your engagement with studio practice, your future in the creative industries.

Program plans

Plans are variations offered for a program such as specialisations, modes of delivery or location. Browse a plan to see the courses our students are currently studying.

There are no application deadlines for international students; however, we encourage you to apply early as acceptance into programs is subject to the availability of places. An application fee may apply.

Prerequisites

Selection tasks

Semester 1

Short-listed applicants required to attend a folio presentation will be notified via email in early November.

These applicants must attend in late November or early December 2015.

Online pre-selection kitThe online pre-selection kit requires an applicant statement of no more than 250 words outlining your interests and aspirations in relation to fine art; and examples of work for each specialisation you are applying for.

In total there should be no more than 9 images (maximum 2 MB). Files must be formatted as JPEG. For Video or Sound work, provide a link to your folio in YouTube, Vimeo or SoundCloud (maximum 10 minutes).